Even a small reduction in your meat consumption, like going meatless once a week, can have positive impact on your health and the health of our planet. And now, delicious plant-based foods are more abundant than ever.

Meatless meals are so tasty when these hearty salsa black bean burgers are on the menu. Guacamole and sour cream make it seem decadent.

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
MAKES: 4 servings

salsa black bean burgersIngredients

  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2/3 cup dry bread crumbs
  • 1 small tomato, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split
  • Reduced-fat sour cream and guacamole, optional

Directions

  1. Place beans in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the bread crumbs, tomato, jalapeno, egg, cilantro and garlic. Mix until combined. Shape into four patties.
  2. In a large nonstick skillet, cook patties in oil in batches over medium heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Serve salsa black bean burgers on buns. Top with sour cream and guacamole if desired. Yield: 4 servings.

Note: Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.

Source: Taste of Home

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